Strive
Strive

Strive

2019Movie82 minEnglish

Kalani (Joi Campbell), is a teenager living in Harlem with her older brother Jacob, and her younger sister, Bebe, while her mother struggles to make ends meet. Her college counselor Mr. Rose (Danny Glover) sees great promise in her educational future. As Kalani's siblings get caught in a myriad of hardships, Kalani teeters on the brink of ruin as she struggles to keep both her family and her dream intact. Strive reminds us that hard work, optimism, and perseverance, in the face of overwhelming adversity, is the essence of what it is to be American.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Robert MoralesGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

Strive follows a group of young people in New York City as they navigate the challenges of homelessness and strive to achieve their dreams. Through intimate interviews and observational footage, the documentary offers a raw and personal look at their resilience, struggles, and hopes for a better future. It highlights their efforts to find stability, education, and a sense of belonging in a system that often overlooks them.

Critical Reception

Strive received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sensitive and empathetic portrayal of its subjects. Reviewers noted the film's powerful storytelling and its ability to shed light on the often-unseen realities of youth homelessness. While not a wide release, it resonated with audiences for its humanistic approach and its focus on the strength and determination of its young protagonists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intimate and empathetic portrayal of young people experiencing homelessness.
  • Commended for highlighting resilience and the pursuit of dreams against significant odds.
  • Appreciated for its raw and personal look into the lives of its subjects.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Robert Morales, spent considerable time with the subjects to build trust and gain intimate access, allowing for a deeply personal and authentic narrative.

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